12 Thorndike Rd, Wakefield, MA 01880
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OFF MARKET

$878,000

Trulia Estimate
  • 4 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,442 sqft (on 0.25 acres)

12 Thorndike Rd, Wakefield, MA 01880

Montrose
Est. Refi. Payment $5,506/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Dec 30, 2019 for $580,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$878K
Since last month
Decreased$22K (-2.4%)
Since last year
Increased$10K (+1.2%)
Since last sale
Increased$298K (+51.4%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +65% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$878K
August 2026$900K
July 2026$916K
June 2026$920K
May 2026$929K
April 2026$910K
March 2026$900K
February 2026$864K
January 2026$857K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
8 Thorndike Rd, Wakefield, MA
0.02
Single-Family Home
$763,000
10/28/25
4
1.5
1,895
276 Salem St, Wakefield, MA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$871,900
09/09/26
3
2.5
2,448
12 Houston St, Wakefield, MA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$910,000
10/14/25
3
1.5
1,617
1 Mansfield Dr, Wakefield, MA
0.38
Single-Family Home
$870,000
01/16/26
4
1.5
1,979
298 Salem St, Wakefield, MA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$810,000
10/31/25
3
2.5
1,990
67 Woodcrest Dr, Wakefield, MA
0.50
Single-Family Home
$800,000
04/23/26
5
2
2,667
9 Nelson Ave, Wakefield, MA
0.46
Single-Family Home
$860,000
12/19/25
3
2
1,850
11 Wilson Ave, Wakefield, MA
0.50
Single-Family Home
$840,000
12/30/25
4
2
3,257
15 Hartshorne Rd, Wakefield, MA
0.62
Single-Family Home
$926,500
06/25/26
5
2
2,340
64 Paon Blvd, Wakefield, MA
0.56
Single-Family Home
$865,000
08/28/26
3
2.5
2,049

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
23 Houston St, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.07
$771,600
3
2
1,260
Off Market
8 Thorndike Rd, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.02
$782,200
4
1.5
1,895
Off Market
5 Wharton Park, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.04
$1,668,400
4
3.5
4,110
Off Market
507 Lowell St, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.04
$882,400
4
1.5
1,925
Off Market
37 Heritage Ln, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.08
$890,600
3
1.5
1,656
Off Market
41 Heritage Ln, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.09
$857,100
3
1.5
1,721
Off Market
12 Houston St, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.14
$931,500
3
1.5
1,617
Off Market
1 Houston St, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.17
$826,000
3
1.5
2,239
Off Market
205 Salem St, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.17
$681,900
3
1
1,998
Off Market
1 Patriot Cir, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.18
$1,598,600
4
4.5
4,296
Off Market
202 Salem St, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.21
$660,000
3
1
1,176
Recently Sold
198 Salem St, Wakefield, MA 01880
0.22
$1,837,200
4
4.5
4,573
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1952
0.25 acre lot
2,442 sqft
$360/sqft
Garage

About this House

Home it is! Comfortably nestled on a quiet cul-de-sac, yet convenient to all Wakefield has to offer with easy commute options. Meticulously maintained with recent upgrades including a renovated 2nd floor, roof, and heating system, this lovely, expanded Cape features 2 bedrooms on the 1st floor and 2 on the 2nd floor. Boasting built-ins and spacious closets, and accompanied by 2 newly renovated baths on each floor. A partially finished basement has the potential for just about anything - playroom, 2nd family room, guest suite, etc. An abundance of windows grace this home with natural light while 2 decorative fireplaces inspire warmth. An epic backyard equipped with a Victorian Gazebo, storage shed, and built-in fire pit, creates a landscape filled with opportunity for entertaining, playing or simply relaxing. Attached garage with a built-in working space tops off this gem of a property.
12 Thorndike Rd, Wakefield, MA 01880 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,442 sqft single-family home in Montrose, built in 1952. It last sold for $580,000 on Dec 30, 2019. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $878,000, with a rent estimate of $5,480/month.

Home Details for 12 Thorndike Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 8
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, OilHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Tile, Hardwood, Laminate, Linoleum Vinyl
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyDishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: Stone, VinylPatio
Pool
Pool
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 4Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1952Year Updated: 1968
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Cape Cod

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 10890 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Dec 30, 2019
Source: N/A
Sold
$580,000
Nov 25, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$590,000
Oct 1, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$590,000
Aug 1, 2019
Source: N/A
Sold
$580,000
May 2, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$579,900

Market trends in Wakefield

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$765K
$44.17KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
—
Price per sq ft
$471
$18MoM
Available listings
52
4MoM

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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Montrose

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  • 89 % Say car is needed

  • 88 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 81 % Say parking is easy

  • 80 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 79 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 79 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 69 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 67 % Say it's quiet

  • 65 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 58 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 56 % Say kids play outside

  • 55 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 55 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 54 % Say there's wildlife

  • 50 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 36 % Say there are community events

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    "It has good schools lots of local shopping and recreational activity? Wakefield has many highways that bring access to local beaches as well as going north to New Hampshire for skiing and hiking"
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    "Easy on commuter rail, it’s about an hour door to door. Orange line in Malden/Medford not far either."
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    "There’s a great school system, and it’s in close enough proximity to Boston that it’s a great place to live and raise a family."
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    "My commute to Boston is over an hour each way. I do not recommend driving if you can take the commuter rail to get to work. "
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Frequently asked questions about 12 Thorndike Rd

  • What is 12 Thorndike Rd estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 12 Thorndike Rd in Wakefield, MA is $878,000.
  • What is the price history for 12 Thorndike Rd?
    12 Thorndike Rd in Wakefield, MA last sold for $580,000 in December 2019.
  • Is Wakefield a buyer's or seller's market?
    Wakefield is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Wakefield?
    The median sale price in Wakefield is $765K. That is down $44.17K from the prior month.
  • Does 12 Thorndike Rd have a pool?
    Yes, 12 Thorndike Rd in Wakefield, MA has a pool.
  • Does 12 Thorndike Rd have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 12 Thorndike Rd in Wakefield, MA has in-unit laundry.

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